Partly cloudy skies loom over the pitch, but the intensity of the encounter between I Fenici di Sera and I Cigni di Ferro keeps fans on the edge of their seats.
First half drama begins when I Cigni di Ferro’s Ruggero Bianchi earns a yellow card at minute 2, a warning that sets the tone. I Fenici di Sera battle through two injuries early, yet still seize the initiative with a try at minute 8. Success of the conversion at minute 9 gives I Fenici di Sera an early 7‑0 advantage. The momentum swings as I Cigni di Ferro answers with a try at minute 13, followed by a swift conversion at minute 14, cutting the deficit to 7‑5. A second try by Ludovico Sforza at minute 15 and his conversion at minute 16 propel I Cigni di Ferro ahead, ending the first half with a solid **14‑7 lead**.
The second half sees I Cigni di Ferro expand their dominance. A try at minute 47 and the ensuing conversion at minute 48 cement a commanding **21‑0 advantage**. I Fenici di Sera’s persistence pays off when they score a late try at minute 51, but a missed conversion at minute 52 leaves them short, finalising the score at **21‑12**.
Standout performances emerge from I Cigni di Ferro’s core. Ruggero Bianchi, despite a yellow card, contributes a try worth five points. Lorenzo Taddei’s reliable boot nets two successful conversions. Ludovico Sforza’s dynamic play results in a try, while Alessio’s conversion keeps the scoring streak alive. I Fenici di Sera’s key moments involve a brave try at minute 8 and a resilient try at minute 51, but a failure to convert late in the game proves costly.
Final score: I Cigni di Ferro 21, I Fenici di Sera 12. I Cigni di Ferro score three tries and convert all three, while I Fenici di Sera manage two tries with one conversion success. Both teams each receive one yellow card; I Fenici di Sera also endure two injuries. The decisive turnaround at minute 47 sealed the match for I Cigni di Ferro, illustrating how a single half can swing the balance in a closely contested contest.